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A nurse who claims she survived being attacked by a man armed with a crowbar in a hospital waiting room declared today: 'I'm so, so, so lucky I'm still alive and I'm so lucky I ran when I did.'
Meg Lynch, 28, said she was 'nearly beaten to death' while stood getting a drink from a vending machine.
The district nurse, who suffered 'a few blows to the head' before running and hiding from her alleged attacker, told how she was left bloodied and bruised.
She had to go to a nearby accident and emergency unit for a CT scan and to have 'my head sewn back together'.
A 20-year-old Afghan man allegedly launched the attack after he was refused an appointment, and was arrested at the scene at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside, on suspicion of six counts of Section 18 wounding, affray and criminal damage.
In an update this morning, Merseyside Police said he had been detained under the Mental Health Act, and officers would be carrying out high-visibility patrols in the area.
But Ms Lynch, one of six people injured in yesterday's horrific attack, added: 'I honestly don't know why this man did this to me and other workers of the hospital.'
All of the injured are in a stable condition. Their injuries included head lacerations, injuries to their arms and hands, and bruising.
Nurse Meg Lynch said she was 'nearly beaten to death' by an Afghan migrant while stood getting a drink from a vending machine
The district nurse, who suffered 'a few blows to the head' before running and hiding, told how she was left bloodied and bruised
In a Facebook post, she wrote: 'Just an update to everyone who's been concerned, as I've not had the chance to reply to everyone.
'As a district nurse, around 12:00 I was attacked at work, at the hospital I am based at.
'I was beaten nearly to death with a crowbar by an unknown man, who started attacking me from behind with the crowbar, as I stood getting a drink from a vending machine.
'After a few blows to the head, I ran, I hid and did what I could do, to get a door between me and him.
'I've been to Whiston A&E, who was absolutely amazing to me.
'My CT scans and X ray have come back clear and I've had my head sewn back together, after cutting all the matted blood out.
'I honestly don't know why this man did this to me and other workers of the hospital, but I'm so so so lucky I'm still alive and I'm so lucky I ran when I did, otherwise I wouldn't be here right now.'
Merseyside Police said the weapon believed to have been used - a metal bar - has been recovered for forensic examination, while 'witnesses are being spoken to and all available CCTV footage is being analysed'.
She had to go to a nearby accident and emergency unit for a CT scan and to have 'my head sewn back together'
A 20-year-old Afghan man allegedly launched the attack after he was refused an appointment, and was arrested at the scene at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside
Ms Lynch, who only recently completed her first year of nursing, added: 'I'm home and safe with my family taking care of me'
A spokesperson said: 'The 20-year-old suspect, who lives in Newton-le-Willows and is originally from Afghanistan, was arrested on suspicion of six counts of Section 18 wounding, affray and criminal damage. He was taken to a police station in Merseyside and has now been detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act.
'A scene remains in place at the community hospital while enquiries into the incident continue. A mobile police station is also on site and people are encouraged to speak to officers with any worries or concerns.
'There will be high visibility policing patrols in the local area and officers will continue to engage with staff and patients at the hospital as well as people living and working locally.'
St Helens Local Policing Superintendent Sarah Rotherham said: 'We understand that this incident would have caused concern for the local community and I hope the public feel reassured by the increased police presence.
'I would ask anyone with concerns to speak to one of our officers or contact their local police station.'
Ms Lynch, who only recently completed her first year of nursing, added: 'I'm home and safe with my family taking care of me.'
She revealed she was 'very sore and in a state of shock but okay' following her ordeal yesterday.
On Facebook, Ms Lynch received a flood of messages of support.
Andrea Vickers, a fellow nurse, said: 'I'm so glad you're ok sweety… For this to happen to one of the kindest, cheeriest souls I have the pleasure of knowing is absolutely gutting! Sending hugs and lots of love.'
Jessica Shaw, a nursing student who has been on a placement with Ms Lynch, said: 'You're the nicest girl I've had the pleasure of meeting and you have shown me such warmth and kindness whilst on placement with you.
'It angers me to see that somebody has done this to you. Wishing you all the greatest healing, strength and love possible.'
Meg Lynch, 28, said she was 'nearly beaten to death' while stood getting a drink from a vending machine.
The district nurse, who suffered 'a few blows to the head' before running and hiding from her alleged attacker, told how she was left bloodied and bruised.
She had to go to a nearby accident and emergency unit for a CT scan and to have 'my head sewn back together'.
A 20-year-old Afghan man allegedly launched the attack after he was refused an appointment, and was arrested at the scene at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside, on suspicion of six counts of Section 18 wounding, affray and criminal damage.
In an update this morning, Merseyside Police said he had been detained under the Mental Health Act, and officers would be carrying out high-visibility patrols in the area.
But Ms Lynch, one of six people injured in yesterday's horrific attack, added: 'I honestly don't know why this man did this to me and other workers of the hospital.'
All of the injured are in a stable condition. Their injuries included head lacerations, injuries to their arms and hands, and bruising.
Nurse Meg Lynch said she was 'nearly beaten to death' by an Afghan migrant while stood getting a drink from a vending machine
The district nurse, who suffered 'a few blows to the head' before running and hiding, told how she was left bloodied and bruised
In a Facebook post, she wrote: 'Just an update to everyone who's been concerned, as I've not had the chance to reply to everyone.
'As a district nurse, around 12:00 I was attacked at work, at the hospital I am based at.
'I was beaten nearly to death with a crowbar by an unknown man, who started attacking me from behind with the crowbar, as I stood getting a drink from a vending machine.
'After a few blows to the head, I ran, I hid and did what I could do, to get a door between me and him.
'I've been to Whiston A&E, who was absolutely amazing to me.
'My CT scans and X ray have come back clear and I've had my head sewn back together, after cutting all the matted blood out.
'I honestly don't know why this man did this to me and other workers of the hospital, but I'm so so so lucky I'm still alive and I'm so lucky I ran when I did, otherwise I wouldn't be here right now.'
Merseyside Police said the weapon believed to have been used - a metal bar - has been recovered for forensic examination, while 'witnesses are being spoken to and all available CCTV footage is being analysed'.
She had to go to a nearby accident and emergency unit for a CT scan and to have 'my head sewn back together'
A 20-year-old Afghan man allegedly launched the attack after he was refused an appointment, and was arrested at the scene at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside
Ms Lynch, who only recently completed her first year of nursing, added: 'I'm home and safe with my family taking care of me'
A spokesperson said: 'The 20-year-old suspect, who lives in Newton-le-Willows and is originally from Afghanistan, was arrested on suspicion of six counts of Section 18 wounding, affray and criminal damage. He was taken to a police station in Merseyside and has now been detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act.
'A scene remains in place at the community hospital while enquiries into the incident continue. A mobile police station is also on site and people are encouraged to speak to officers with any worries or concerns.
'There will be high visibility policing patrols in the local area and officers will continue to engage with staff and patients at the hospital as well as people living and working locally.'
St Helens Local Policing Superintendent Sarah Rotherham said: 'We understand that this incident would have caused concern for the local community and I hope the public feel reassured by the increased police presence.
'I would ask anyone with concerns to speak to one of our officers or contact their local police station.'
Ms Lynch, who only recently completed her first year of nursing, added: 'I'm home and safe with my family taking care of me.'
She revealed she was 'very sore and in a state of shock but okay' following her ordeal yesterday.
On Facebook, Ms Lynch received a flood of messages of support.
Andrea Vickers, a fellow nurse, said: 'I'm so glad you're ok sweety… For this to happen to one of the kindest, cheeriest souls I have the pleasure of knowing is absolutely gutting! Sending hugs and lots of love.'
Jessica Shaw, a nursing student who has been on a placement with Ms Lynch, said: 'You're the nicest girl I've had the pleasure of meeting and you have shown me such warmth and kindness whilst on placement with you.
'It angers me to see that somebody has done this to you. Wishing you all the greatest healing, strength and love possible.'
